AVGRR is a
small rescue. We work diligently to raise the funds needed to continue our work. Without
the generosity of our members and the community, we could not continue this vital work.
All rescue donations go directly to care for the dogs we receive. If you would like
to remember someone special (human or canine), please consider a Memorial Donation.

Autumn
Valley rescue dogs are placed only after a completed application is received and a home
visit is completed. The available dogs listed are subject to change. Remember, a new
family member is worth waiting for!

(you
are listening to "Angel" by Sarah McLaughlin)

"You
are pulled from the wreckage of your silent reverie,in
the arms of the Angels, may you find some comfort there..."

SUCCESS
STORIES...

Snuggles

Snuggles
was rescued from a shelter where he was

scheduled
to be euthanized. He is now at home in Ct. where

his new
Mom writes:

We just
picked Snuggles up yesterday and it was love at first sight.
Look at the new trick he taught all by himself!!!

Today he
enjoyed playing in his new yard and even took a swim in the pool.
He seemed to be a natural.

Thank you so
much!

Snuggles
today
Snuggles when rescued

Boomer
(formerly Sooner)

Boomer
is a 15 (Yes, that's right - 15!) year old Golden turned into rescue by his former family.
Sometimes, words just fail me...

Brandy II -
adopted

Brandy II is
a sweet senior girl. She is 9 1/2 but has the activity level of a 5 year old. She was
removed from a home by authorities along with 2 cats, when they were found living in
deplorable conditions. She was overweight and covered with sores from fleas and poor diet.
Her skin has improved tremendously and she is full of energy. She has lovely manners and
is happy as long as she has a woobie in her mouth.

Connor
adopted!

Connor! needs
an exclamation point after his name because he approaches life with such enthusiasm that
he will always be Connor! to us.

Carson the
Cutie. (adopted)

Ruger
(adopted)

Ruger
is an 8 year old owner turn-in due to a divorce.

Reggie!
(adopted)

Reggie
is a Golden/Cocker Spaniel mix

Isabella
(Izzy) adopted!

Isabella
is less than a year old and has already had her first litter of puppies. She has now been
spayed and is enjoying life in her new home.

Zane
(adopted!)

Brandy

Brandy
has appointed herself Queen. As such, she does not like other dogs in her universe. She is
seven, although as Matriarch, she also does not like to discuss her age. She prefers to
rule the roost as an only dog, however she has placed no limits on the number of human
subjects she will accept - the more the merrier! You can see her response below when asked
if she is willing to share her toys!

Phoenix
(adopted!)

Phoenix
is an owner turn in who had to be given up due to a divorce. Phoenix is 9 and loves to
swim! She is quite spry, I guess no one has told her she's supposed to be a Senior
Citizen...

Old Joe
(adopted)

Old
Joe came to us from a couple who could not keep him. He was a stray that wandered into
their home one very cold night. Despite many attempts to find his owner, he was never
claimed by anyone. At first Joe was so weak, his age was estimated to be around 11 or 12,
but after some TLC and a clean bill of health, we have revised that to 8 or 9. Joe has put
on weight and is now bounding around his foster home with the energy of a youngster! Joe
has approached his new lease on life with gusto and unlimited cheerfulness. You should see
his smile now, but be careful, that white face will steal your heart!

Nemo
(Adopted)

Nemo
was a 4- 6 month old puppy who was picked up as a stray. He had an old injury to one eye
that was never treated and we believe he is blind in that eye. His eye had to be
removed. The
shelter called another rescue who would not accept Nemo. They then contacted a local
breeder and explained that they were so full, that Nemo would be put down as
"unadoptable" unless he could be rescued immediately. Thankfully, the breeder
called Autumn Valley, who immediately arranged a foster home and transportation.

Nemo's care
was quite expensive. Donations to AVGRR go to
help dogs like Nemo and others who would not receive a second chance without
rescue.